Recovery Support Worker
13 hours ago
What's the role about?
Being a Recovery Support Worker at Richmind WA is more than just a job—it's a calling.
You'll support people navigating mental distress to build independence, reconnect with their strengths, and take steps toward the life they want to live.
This means helping with life skills, offering emotional support, and showing up as a consistent, compassionate presence.
You'll be part of a supportive team, working in our residential homes—helping people feel safe, seen, and heard.
What does a typical day look like?
Sharing a cuppa and talking through the day's recovery goals Helping someone practice budgeting, cooking, or transport planningSupporting a person in distress with empathy and calmCelebrating a small but powerful win (like attending a group activity)Logging notes, chatting with your team, or attending a learning sessionSupporting a resident's family to understand how to walk the recovery journey with themWhat makes you a great fit?
You don't need to be a mental health expert—you just need to care deeply about people and believe in their ability to grow and heal.
Skills And Experiences
We're looking for someone who:
Has a Cert IV in Mental Health, Community Services, or similar—and experience in mental healthIs emotionally intelligent, calm under pressure, and values teamworkCan support someone through a tough moment, not just a taskUnderstands (or wants to learn) recovery-oriented practiceHas a current driver's licence and relevant checks (see below)Lived experience of recovery (as a consumer, carer or family member) is especially valued here.You'll need:
Cert IV in a mental health or similar and previous experienceNational Police Clearance (under 6 months old)Working With Children CheckFirst Aid & CPR (HLTAID011, HLTAID010, HLTAID009)Valid driver's licenceWe have 3 roles vacant at Ngulla Mia. All rosters are 4 week rotating rosters and all include a range of different shifts, which include days, afternoons, overnights and weekends.
Who are we?
At Richmind WA, we've been supporting people on their mental health journeys for over 50 years.
We're recovery-first, lived experience-led, and proudly Rainbow Tick accredited. We walk alongside people with compassion, courage, and belief in their potential.
Our services are residential, outreach, and everything in between—person-centred, trauma-informed, and inclusive at the core.
Our values
Living and breathing recoveryBeing brave and exploringListening deeply and learningPutting people firstBeing passionate about inclusion and belongingWe work with Elders and First Nations staff to ensure culturally safe supports and value people of every background, identity, and experience.
Why join us?
Meaningful work, every single dayFlexible shift patterns—because life happensSalary packaging up to $18,640 (boosts your take-home pay)Two bonus leave days—your birthday + wellbeing leaveTraining, mentoring, and access to LinkedIn LearningFour weeks of annual leave (with the option to buy more)Free and confidential Employee Assistance ProgramLong service leave after 5 yearsReady to apply?
Click "Apply" with your resume and a short cover letter telling us:
Why this role speaks to youHow your values align with oursWhat makes you a great Recovery Support Worker? Have questions? Reach out to our People & Capability team:
We assess applications as they're received, so don't wait—we'd love to hear from you.
It takes courage to support someone's recovery — and even more to believe in your own.
If this sounds like your kind of purpose, we hope you'll apply
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